Enjoy Travel

Enjoy Travel – Statement
07/05/20

As you know, Enjoy Travel has been working tirelessly over the last six weeks to try to secure the return of funds held by overseas suppliers, in order to refund you our valued customers.

The timing of COVID-19 could not have been worse, with over 1200 people due to travel to a number of our overseas events between April and June, all of which have now been cancelled. In addition, we already have approximately 1000 customers booked to travel on future events in the Autumn all of which now seem to be in jeopardy.

Many of you have kindly offered to transfer your funds to a future event, but with no indication of when the tourist industry is likely to begin to recover, we cannot predict how the future will evolve at this point in time.

Therefore, as a responsible tour operator, we are obliged to follow the Package Travel Regulations. You are entitled to your money back and we are aware that many of you are in desperate need of that refund.

The savage destruction meted out to the travel and entertainment industries is without parallel and Enjoy Travel is totally immersed in both. This means that the future of the company is now untenable but because we are fully licensed with the appropriate insurance bodies you will get your money back. In order to trigger this and after seeking appropriate professional advice, we must now cease trading.

What happens now?

If your holiday has been cancelled due to the coronavirus or you are due to travel in the future, you will shortly receive a letter from our proposed liquidators, with instructions of what steps you need to take in order to recover the money that you have paid to Enjoy Travel

In the meantime if you visit www.enjoytravel.co.uk or www.costadelfolk.co.uk you will find further information that might assist with any queries that you may have.

Enjoy Travel is no ordinary holiday company. It is a family, and over the years we have been privileged to meet some incredible people, many of whom have become lifelong friends. Right now, we cannot be sure of what the future holds but, we sincerely hope to see you again when we are all the other side of this woeful situation. If we survive this health wise, then we will consider that to be a victory.

Stay safe, stay indoors and keep well

With very best wishes
Gerry & Susan Flynn
Directors

Coronavirus COVID-19 Update 20.04.20

Hello Everyone

We sincerely hope that this update finds you all safe and well.

You are already aware that the following events have been cancelled as a result of the continuing pandemic.

Costa del Dance 13.04.20 – 23.04.20
Costa del Salsa 23.04.20 – 29.04.20
Costa del Folk 25.04.20 – 01.05.20
Enniscrone 07.06.20 – 12.06.20
Ukulele Cruise 27.06.20 – 02.07.20

We are maintaining our efforts regarding obtaining refunds from suppliers and will be in touch with you personally as soon as we have any further updates.

Many of you have enquired about refunds in line with consumer law and whilst the law does state that a refund is due within 14 days following a cancelled holiday, these rules were not designed to withstand such a wholescale catastrophic event affecting the entire travel industry.

In normal circumstances these rules are entirely reasonable and work without any problems. However, they were only designed to govern the obligation of the company actually making the sale to the consumer, and not any other companies in the supply chain.

For example:
When you buy a holiday from a tour operator such as Enjoy Travel, who then purchases accommodation, ground arrangements or airline tickets on your behalf, the hotel, local operators and airline are not obliged to issue refunds within 14 days, meaning that the tour operator has to provide the refund in full and wait for the other parties to refund them.

The industry has ground to a halt, making obtaining refunds from suppliers extremely difficult as nobody has the cash flow to enable this to happen quickly. Hopefully this goes some way to explain the situation a little better

Your continued patience is appreciated whilst we work through this unprecedented and extremely difficult period.

Should you have any specific queries please continue to email [email protected] and we will get back to you as soon as possible.

Stay safe, keep well and we hope to see you again soon.

Gerry Flynn
Managing Director
Enjoy Travel

Coronavirus COVID-19
Updated 4th April 2020

In keeping with the Government directive on Monday 23rd March 2020, the offices of Enjoy Travel Ltd., remain closed. We continue with this action to protect the health and wellbeing of our staff who have now been furloughed and will remain in isolation for the foreseeable future.

We apologise for any delays in responding to emails that you may have written as the situation regarding the events which have been cancelled still remains unclear. It is not certain yet whether these can be resumed later this year or postponed until 2021 and what form of redress may be made available.

If you were due to travel to one of the events listed below, you will receive notification regarding your next step once the appropriate information is to hand. The events that are now cancelled are as previously stated:

Costa del Dance 13.04.20 – 23.04.20
Costa del Salsa 23.04.20 – 29.04.20
Costa del Folk 25.04.20 – 01.05.20

The uncertainty over our events in May and June has now been clarified. The WELCOME HOME FESTIVAL’ scheduled for Enniscrone in Co. Sligo Ireland from 7th – 12th June has now been cancelled. Arena Travel has also advised us that the Danube River Cruise scheduled for 27th – 2nd June 2020 and known as the ‘BIG BOAT ON THE DANUBE’ has also been cancelled.

As soon as there are any changes in the circumstances, we will let you know. Meanwhile, if you have any additional queries please email to [email protected] and we will endeavour to get back to you as soon as possible. If you are travelling with us in June, please bear with us as we deal with the immediate effect of the situation affecting our customers travelling in April.

In order to ensure we handle your queries and concerns relating to your specific holiday as efficiently as possible, we are prioritising our responses in departure date order and appreciate your patience and understanding whilst we work through this unprecedented and very difficult period.

Stay safe, keep well and we hope to see you again soon.

Thank you for your continued understanding

CORONAVIRUS UPDATE - Enjoy Travel Coronavirus COVID-19Updated 4th April 2020 In keeping with the Government directive on Monday 23rd March 2020, the offices of Enjoy Travel Ltd., remain closed. We continue with this action to protect the health and wellbeing of our staff who have now been furloughed and will remain in isolation for....

Coronavirus COVID-19
Updated 31st March 2020 at 17.00hrs

In keeping with the Government directive on Monday 23rd March 2020, the offices of Enjoy Travel Ltd., remain closed. We continue with this action to protect the health and wellbeing of our staff who have now been furloughed and will remain in isolation for the foreseeable future.

We apologise for any delays in responding to emails that you may have written as the situation regarding the events which have been cancelled still remains unclear. It is not certain yet whether these can be resumed later this year or postponed until 2021 and what form of redress may be made available.

If you were due to travel to one of the events listed below, you will receive notification regarding your next step once the appropriate information is to hand. The events that are now cancelled are as previously stated:

Costa del Dance 13.04.20 – 23.04.20
Costa del Salsa 23.04.20 – 29.04.20
Costa del Folk 25.04.20 – 01.05.20

There is now growing uncertainty regarding our annual Welcome Home Festival in Enniscrone Co. Sligo from 7th – 12th June as the hotel is currently closed. The cruise on the River Danube from 27th June may also be in jeopardy as it will be necessary for all the countries along the route to demonstrate a clean bill of health.

As soon as there are any changes in the circumstances, we will let you know. Meanwhile, if you have any additional queries please email to [email protected] and we will endeavour to get back to you as soon as possible. If you are travelling with us in June, please bear with us as we deal with the immediate effect of the situation affecting our customers travelling in April.

In order to ensure we handle your queries and concerns relating to your specific holiday as efficiently as possible, we are prioritising our responses in departure date order and appreciate your patience and understanding whilst we work through this unprecedented and very difficult period.

Stay safe, keep well and we hope to see you again soon.

Thank you for your continued understanding

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Wishing all our customers and friends a happy and safe St Patrick’s day ☘️

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CORONAVIRUS COVID-19
Updated 16.03.20 at 10:00

You will no doubt already be aware of the new guidelines from the FCO advising against all but essential travel to Spain. Currently, there are no guidelines in place with regards to the duration of this restriction. However, we anticipate that this will now very likely impact on our ability to run any of our events in April so as of today the following events will not go ahead as planned:

Costa del Dance 13.04.20 – 23.04.20
Costa del Salsa 23.04.20 – 29.04.20
Costa del Folk 25.04.20 – 01.05.20

In order to ensure we handle your queries and concerns relating to your specific holiday as efficiently as possible, we will be prioritising bookings in departure date order and appreciate your patience and understanding whilst we work through this very challenging period.

What happens next?

In the coming few weeks expect to receive notification with regards to your specific booking. This will outline your options with regards to re-booking for a future date or obtaining a refund for monies paid.

This fast moving, complex situation is something that has blind sided many of us and your patience really is appreciated whilst we deal with the unfolding events as they occur. It will help us if you refrain from contacting the office as an overwhelming volume of calls or emails will limit our ability to deal with the situation swiftly and efficiently.

With regards to future events, please bear with us as we deal with the immediate effect of the situation affecting our customers travelling in April.

Thank you for your continued understanding

Coronavirus COVID-19
Updated 14.03.20 at 11:30

In this fast-developing crisis and in light of emerging events in Spain it is now increasingly likely that our April programme of events, Costa del Salsa, Costa del Dance & Costa del Folk will be disrupted.

We are in constant dialogue with our overseas agents and hotel partners and are considering all possible options, including postponement to a later date for these events.

We will update you over the following days as new information emerges.

This a fast moving and complex situation and it would help us if you refrain from contacting the office as an overwhelming volume of calls or emails will limit our ability to deal with the situation swiftly and efficiently.

As soon as we can confirm with certainty what the situation is, we will contact you directly with information relating to your specific travel arrangements.

In the meantime, please keep checking our website and social media pages where we will be updating this statement at least once a day

With regards to future events, please bear with us as we deal with the immediate effect of the situation affecting customers travelling in April.

Thank you for your continued understanding

Can't wait for the fun to begin...

💃🌞 🎉 Costa Del Salsa 2020 🎉🌞💃

Why not take a look at the daily schedule for the upcoming Costa del Salsa in April and plan out your days, not forgetting some time relaxing in the Spanish sun!

If you have any queries, do not hesitate to get in touch via email or give us a call in the office on 01254 445050

Please note: this schedule is subject to change.

Only 4 days now until the St Patricks Weekend in Blackpool when we will be celebrating Joe Davitt's 10th anniversary in showbusiness and we couldn't be more excited.

Who else is coming?

https://enjoytravel.co.uk/st-patricks-weekend-in-blackpool

The great news is that information on WINTER FOLK AND CONTRA DANCING IN THE SUN 2021 will be released shortly!

Watch this space...

WOULD YOU BE INTERESTED IN SHARING A ROOM AT COSTA DEL DANCE?

A lady is looking for a room mate for Costa Del Dance 2020?

If you are interested in sharing a room at Costa del Dance 2020 please either call the office on 00 44 1254 445050 or email [email protected]

🎵🌞COSTA DEL DANCE🎵🌞
🎵🌞13th - 23rd April 2020🎵🌞

The great news is Shaun Loughrey will be joining us at Costa del Dance in April. In the mean time why not enjoy his latest track...

https://youtu.be/sQ9W28Tck0A

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PASSPORT INFORMATION
COSTA DEL FOLK IBIZA 2020

Unfortunately it appears an automated email sent out recently which requests updated passport information needed for Costa doesn't appear to be working correctly.

We are really sorry about this - the technical guys are looking at this at the moment and it should be fixed within the next day or so.

If you wish to send in the information required prior to this being fixed please email [email protected] and we will forward the relevant document

thanks, Maddie

(Only customers that haven't provided passport details will have received this email)

There is no doubt that the world is a darker place today with the sudden passing of our dear friend and colleague, Nicky James

I wanted to acknowledge his passing yesterday but could not find the words and in truth no matter how long I leave it, whatever words are used will seem totally inadequate.

Nicky played an active part in the life of Enjoy Travel and had worked with us all over Europe for many years. Not only was he a good friend and a great entertainer in his own right, he had the unique ability of being able to spot talent in other people. He was a person who was always willing to help with words of advice and guidance and there are many who can testify to that. He loved singing and playing his guitar and we loved him doing it! Meeting him on arrival at an airport and seeing him on stage doing the business on a regular basis to never seeing him again is hard to fathom.

To his family and friends we wish to extend our profoundest sympathies.

May he Rest In Peace.

Gerry, Enjoy Travel

Wishing you all a "Happy Valentines Day" - hopefully filled with lots of music and dance.

🚢🎶UKULELE CRUISE ON THE DANUBE🎶🚢
🎶27th June to 2nd July 2020🎶
From £859 pp

Why not join Ukulele Events for 5 nights onboard the 4* MS ARENA for the first ever “The Big Boat On The Danube” ukulele cruise and experience a little “Taste Of The Danube”!

This musical cruise will not only take in some of Europe’s finest scenery, you’ll also have the opportunity to learn, jam and listen to great ukulele music! There will be a full programme of inclusive workshops, concerts and group sessions using our on-board songbook. Whether it’s learning harmony signing with Opera-lele, tapping your foot to energetic duo Dead Mans Uke or getting orchestral with a group session led by The League Of Ukulele Gentlemen, this unique cruise will be a feast for your ears, as well as your eyes.

Book online or feel free to call 01254 445050 if you have any questions

https://enjoytravel.co.uk/ukulele-cruise-on-the-danube

🎵🌞COSTA DEL DANCE🎵🌞
🎵🌞13th - 23rd April 2020🎵🌞

Price From £845/€945

There is still time to join us at the best Social and Set Dance Festival in Spain this April but you need to be quick as it is selling out fast!

Enjoy amazing live music by some of the very best entertainers; as well as more music and dance tutorials than you can shake a stick at and sessions till the early hours!

ENTERTAINMENT:

Stephen Smyth, Showband Sounds featuring Keith, Lorraine and Frankie McDonald, Michelle Murphy , Bernie Heaney, Showbud, Nicky James, J&K Country, Patrick Mc Kenna & Hughie Turner (Glenshane Country), Muriel O’Connor & Fran Curry, Joe Davitt, Olivia Douglas, John Rafferty, Brandon McPhee, Michael & Philomena O’Brien, Pat Jordan & Kieran Towey

CEILI BANDS

Johnny Reidy, The New Annaly, Neily O’Connor and Brian Boru

Don't miss out call the office today on 01254 445050 or book online:

https://enjoytravel.co.uk/costa-del-dance/

Costa Del Dance - Enjoy Travel Duration: 13th to 23rd April 2020Location: Torremolinos, SpainPrice: From £845/€945 BOOK NOW! From the 13th – 23rd April 2020 we’re taking over the Costa del Sol for 10 glorious nights of dancing, socialising and fun…the Enjoy Travel way. Join us at Costa del Dance and enjoy amazing live mu...

Congratulations from everyone at Enjoy Travel John Rafferty for winning⭐ two awards⭐ at the Northern Ireland Country Music Awards 2020 earlier this week.

So very well deserved ....we will have to celebrate at Costa Del Dance in April!

Best Male Artist 2020 & Best Country Album 2020 ⭐

🎵LIGHTS, SIGHTS AND SOUNDS OF BLACKPOOL 🎵
🎵🎵18th - 21st September 2020🎵🎵
Price £229/€256 pps

Don't miss Pat Jordan's Lights, Sights and Sound Of Music Weekend in Blackpool this September.

Why not join him, J&K Country, Michael and Philomena O'Brien, Marian Waldron, Karen O'Brien and Showband Sounds featuring Keith, Lorraine and Frankie McDonald for three nights of great entertainment and social dancing as well as plenty of craic!

https://enjoytravel.co.uk/pat-jordan-lights-sights-and-sounds-of-music

🎶🎶COSTA DEL DANCE 2020🎶🎶
13th to 23rd April 2020☀️
Prices from £845/€945 pps🎶🎶🎶

Why not join us at the best Social and Set Dance Festival in Spain this April?

From the 13th – 23rd April 2020 we’re taking over the Costa del Sol for 10 glorious nights of dancing, socialising and fun…the Enjoy Travel way!

Join us at Costa del Dance and enjoy amazing live music by some of the very best entertainers; as well as more music and dance tutorials than you can shake a stick at, sessions till the early hours and, let’s not forget, the ever popular fancy dress parade and talent contest!

ENTERTAINMENT:

Stephen Smyth
Showband Sounds featuring Keith, Lorraine and Frankie McDonald
Michelle Murphy
Bernie Heaney
Showbud
Nicky James
J&K Country
Pat McKenna & Hughie Turner (Glenshane Country
Muriel O’Connor & Fran Curry
Joe Davitt
Olivia Douglas
John Rafferty
Brandon McPhee
Michael & Philomena O’Brien
Pat Jordan & Kieran Towey

CEILI BANDS

Johnny Reidy
The Annaly
Neily O’Connor
Brian Boru

Don't miss @ 🎵12th Irish Traditonal & Country Music Festival - 5 days of live entertainment & dancing

https://enjoytravel.co.uk/ennsicrone

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